Cancer fighting. Anti Aging. Weight loss. Highest antioxidants among nuts. Walnuts are the superfood of the century. Many articles also recommend walnuts to breastfeeding mothers thanks to the boost in calcium and proteins. They are not called the King of Nuts for nothing.
Baking allows the walnuts to be super crunchy and addictive. It also enhances the woody, earthy, wholesome flavour to the highest level. If you prefer the natural nutty taste, go with raw walnuts. If you prefer a crunchy and enhanced sweetness walnut, then go with the baked ones.
*Rich source is defined as more than 50% of daily allowance in 120g as specified by AVA. Manganese boosts bone structure and metabolic activity. Phosphorus is necessary for higher energy level and to have stronger bones and teeth. Magnesium is needed to have higher energy level and muscles functions. Nutrition content taken from USDA Food Composition Databases.